- Custom honey labels are cut to fit the flat panel of your queenline jar, hex facet, mason jar, muth bottle or squeeze bear.
- Order them on rolls for harvest bottling, on kiss-cut sheets for small batches, or as lollipop lid seals.
- CubitPack prints custom honey labels from 500 pieces in 10–14 business days, with 4–5 day rush available.
- Design help, custom dielines and shipping to all 50 states are free; you approve a digital proof and 3D mockup before payment.
Custom Honey Labels
Custom honey labels printed with your apiary name, floral origin and net weight, cut to fit glass queenline jars, hex jars, muth bottles, mason jars and squeeze bears. Order rolls, flat sheets or tamper-evident lid strips in any outline. Production starts at 500 labels in 10–14 business days (rush in 4–5), with free design help, zero die charges and free shipping across all 50 US states.
What are custom honey labels?
Custom honey labels are pressure-sensitive adhesive labels printed with your apiary brand, floral varietal, harvest notes, nutrition panel and net weight, then die-cut to fit glass honey jars or plastic squeeze containers. Honey packers face container shapes that few other foods use: flat-sided queenline jars with narrow side ribs, six-sided hexagon jars with narrow facets, corked muth bottles, bail-wire jars and 8 oz or 12 oz honey bears with recessed belly panels. Each vessel requires a specific footprint so edges never lift over glass corners or buckle when a plastic bear is squeezed at the table. You can order honey labels wound on rolls for fast hand or machine application, arranged on kiss-cut sheets for small harvest batches, or cut with an attached lollipop tab that seals over the lid as a tamper band. At CubitPack, custom honey labels start at 500 pieces and ship in 10–14 business days, with 4–5 day rush, free design help, free US delivery and a 3D mockup before payment.
Honey labels facts
- Minimum
- 500 labels
- Turnaround
- 10–14 business days
- Rush
- 4–5 days, quoted
- Formats
- Roll labels, sticker sheets, die-cut seals
- Shapes
- Rectangle, oval, circle, hex, lollipop tamper seal
- Printing
- Full color (CMYK), Pantone
- Finishes
- Matte, gloss, foil stamping, spot UV
- Materials
- Clear, foil, more stocks
- Shipping
- Free to all 50 states
Should I order honey labels on rolls, sticker sheets or tamper seals?
| Format | How they are supplied | Best honey containers | Why beekeepers pick it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roll labels | Single-file on a cardboard core | 1 lb and 2 lb queenline jars, round jars, bears | Fast hand peeling or machine application |
| Sticker sheets | Multiple kiss-cut labels per flat sheet | Small harvests, hex favor jars, tasting flights | Easy to store flat across floral varietals |
| Die-cut & tamper seals | Custom outlines or lollipop lid strips | Jar lids, muth bottles, hex jars, market jars | Shows the cap is sealed and marks floral source |
| Clear honey labels | Transparent stock on rolls or sheets | Glass queenline, hex and mason jars | Lets golden clover or amber honey shine through |
| Foil honey labels | Metallic stock or hot gold foil stamping | Reserve comb honey, hot honey, gift jars | Warm metallic sheen echoes golden honeycomb |
Not sure which format fits?
Request a Quote →What size label fits my honey jar or bear bottle?
Honey jars are sold by honey weight (which is 1.5 times heavier than water by volume), so always measure the flat glass panel or recessed belly window on your actual container. We cut any width × height with no die fee. Whether you are comparing honey jar labels, custom honey bottle labels, honey bear labels, hex jar honey labels or queenline honey jar labels, we size the template to your exact container.
| Label size (W × H) | Shape | Common containers | Best format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.25 × 1.25 in (or 1 in circle) | Square, hex or circle | 2 oz mini hex wedding favor jars and sample pots | Sticker sheets or rolls |
| 1.5 × 2.125 in | Rectangle or oval | 12 oz plastic honey bear bottle (recessed belly panel) | Roll labels |
| 1.75 × 2.25 in | Rectangle or oval | 8 oz (½ lb) glass queenline jar front panel | Roll labels or sheets |
| 2.25 × 3 in | Rectangle or arch | 16 oz (1 lb) glass queenline jar or 8 oz mason jar | Roll labels |
| 2.5 × 4 in (or 2.5 × 8.5 in wrap) | Rectangle | 16 oz (1 lb) classic straight-sided round honey jar | Roll labels |
| 3 × 4 in | Rectangle or oval | 32 oz (2 lb) queenline jar or quart canning jar | Roll labels or sheets |
Suggested label size: 9⅛ × 2¾ in (width × height)
A typical starting point. Your account manager confirms the size on the proof.
Quote this size →Have your inside dimensions ready? Request pricing across up to 3 quantities.
Request a Quote →How do I choose honey labels?
- Measure the flat panel between glass ribs or facetsOn queenline and hexagon jars, measure inside the vertical glass ridges so the label sits flat without bridging corners.
- Check honey bear belly recessesOn 8 oz, 12 oz and 16 oz plastic squeeze bears, measure inside the sunken chest rectangle and subtract ⅛ inch.
- Add a lid circle or lollipop tamper sealPair one main front label across your harvest with a small lid circle or tamper tab printed per floral source.
- Pick clear or opaque stock for your honey colorLight clover and acacia honey suit dark ink on clear labels; dark buckwheat honey pops against cream, white or gold foil.
- Choose rolls for extraction week or sheets for small lotsRolls peel rapidly when bottling hundreds of jars; flat sheets suit micro-apiaries and multi-flavor gift boxes.
- Send your artwork or sketch for free setupUpload your file, bring an AI illustration, or use free design help to lay out net weight and cut lines.
What are honey labels made of?
Which finishes can honey labels have?
Which label shapes work best on honey jars?
Honey labels specifications
| Spec | Options |
|---|---|
| Formats | Roll labels, flat sticker sheets, individual die-cut stickers and tamper seals |
| Shapes | Rectangle, oval, circle, square, hexagon, lollipop tamper strip or any custom outline (no die fee) |
| Materials | Clear, foil; paper, film and kraft stocks |
| Printing | Full color (CMYK), Pantone color matching guaranteed |
| Finishes & extras | Matte, gloss, foil stamping, spot UV |
| Container fit | Cut to any width × height for queenline, hex, mason, muth and bear containers |
| Adhesive options | Paper, vinyl, clear, kraft or foil stocks with adhesive matched to your container and storage conditions |
| Roll core & unwind direction | Machine or hand-applied rolls custom wound to your dispenser or applicator setup |
| Minimum order | From 500 labels (smaller trial runs considered case by case); delivered within ±5% |
| Proofs & samples | Free digital proof and 3D mockup on your jar before payment; $50 sample kit or printed sample available |
| Turnaround & shipping | 10–14 business days (rush 4–5 days); free shipping to all 50 US states |
Ready to quote your honey labels? Compare up to 3 quantities with a free 3D mockup.
Request a Quote →What do beekeepers and food brands use custom honey labels for?
From backyard apiaries selling at Saturday farmers markets to commercial packers filling thousands of squeeze bottles and retail gift jars, the right label pairs clean container geometry with clear floral identification across every bottle, jar and gift box.
Honey labels design ideas
Example designs with made-up brands. Your packaging is made to your design.
What are the most common honey label mistakes?
Honey jars have ribs, facets and recessed squeeze panels that catch standard labels off guard. Avoid these five mistakes. When specifying honey labels with logo, branded honey labels, wholesale honey labels, bulk custom honey labels and personalized honey labels, avoid these common production mistakes
- Ordering a 16 fl oz pint label for a 16 oz (1 lb) honey jar, which is smaller because honey is heavier than water.
- Letting a queenline label extend onto the raised vertical side ribs, where the glass ridges force the edges to lift.
- Printing black text on a clear label for dark buckwheat honey without a white or cream contrast backing.
- Sizing a honey bear label wider than the recessed belly panel, causing creases when the bottle is squeezed.
- Reprinting your entire front label for every floral harvest instead of swapping a small varietal lid seal.
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Share your logo, a sketch or an AI image. We'll rebuild every element cleanly onto your label dieline and send a 3D mockup, free.
Made your design with AI?
Generated a concept in Google Gemini, ChatGPT, Claude or Midjourney? Send us your AI image: we rebuild every element onto your label dieline and show you a 3D mockup before you pay, free.Custom printed honey labels vs blank home-printed sheets: which is better?
| Blank sheets you print yourself | Custom honey labels from CubitPack | |
|---|---|---|
| Fit on honey jars | Generic office rectangles that overhang queenline ribs or hex facets | Cut to the exact millimeter of your queenline, hex, muth or bear panel |
| Honey drips & wiping | Uncoated desktop paper smudges when wiped after filling | Protective matte or gloss finish that stays crisp during bottling |
| Shapes & tamper seals | Basic sheets only; no lollipop lid-to-neck tamper strips | Hexagons, arches and one-piece lollipop tamper seals with no die fee |
| Print & metallic detail | Home printer toner or ink without white ink or metallic foil | Full CMYK, guaranteed Pantone match, clear stock and hot foil stamping |
| Minimum & turnaround | Print one sheet at home, peel slowly by hand | From 500 labels in 10–14 business days (rush 4–5), on fast-peel rolls or sheets |
Get custom honey labels sized to your product, with a free 3D mockup before you pay.
Request a Quote →Are honey labels safe and sustainable?
FSC paper and ISO 9001 partner facilities
FSC paper, food-safe packaging materials and ISO 9001 production are available on request through certified partner facilities. Certificates are shared on request.Tamper-evident lid and neck seals
We cut lollipop-style labels (a round cap circle attached to a side strip) and vertical security strips so farmers market and retail buyers see the jar is sealed.Net weight, floral source and packer text
Our prepress check makes sure your net weight in ounces and grams, ingredient line, infant honey warning and apiary address stay crisp and legible.How do I order custom honey labels?
Tell us what you need
Size, quantities or AI conceptCompare volume pricing
Dedicated account managerApprove your proof
Digital proof + 3D mockupMade and shipped
Free to all 50 statesHow much do custom honey labels cost?
The price depends on four things, and every custom quote is free.
Label dimensions
A compact front panel or hex facet uses less material than a full cylinder wrapOrder quantity
Ordering 1,000, 2,500 or 5,000+ labels across your harvest lowers the price per pieceMaterial choice
Clear and metallic foil stocks price differently than standard label stockFinishes & SKUs
Hot gold foil stamping, spot UV and splitting a run across many floral varieties affect the quoteTo save money across multiple floral harvests (such as clover, wildflower and buckwheat), keep one shared front label size and use color-coded lid stickers to mark the varietal. You pay zero die or plate charges, get 10% off your first order, and we beat any written US competitor quote. Buyers ordering custom size honey labels or raw honey labels can compare up to three quantities in one quote.
10% off your first order.
Request a Quote →What do I need to send for a quote?
- The product and how many you need
- The inside size, or what goes in it
- A style, or ask us to suggest one
- Your logo or artwork (an AI image is fine)
- Pantone codes, if you have them
- Delivery ZIP code and the date you need it
Can I see a sample first?
Sample kit
Board and finish swatches, sample boxes, labels and bags. Credited to your first order.Digital proof + 3D mockup
See it before you payPrinted sample
Of your own designHow does shipping work?
- Free shipping to all 50 states
- Worldwide with DDP prices: duties and taxes included
- Blind and split shipping
- Damaged in transit? We reprint the damaged units free
Why brands choose CubitPack
Dedicated specialist
One account manager from quote to deliveryPantone guaranteed
Clearly off? We reprintReprint or refund
If we get it wrong, you chooseBBB accredited
A US business you can checkHoney labels questions
What size label fits a 1 lb (16 oz) and ½ lb (8 oz) queenline honey jar?
A 1 lb (16 oz net weight) glass queenline honey jar typically takes a 2.25 × 3 inch rectangular or arch front label between the side glass ribs. An 8 oz (½ lb) queenline jar usually takes a 1.75 × 2.25 inch front panel. Measure inside the vertical ribs on your glass mold first.
What size label do I need for a 12 oz plastic honey bear?
Most 12 oz plastic squeeze bears have a recessed belly window that fits a 1.5 × 2.125 inch rectangular or oval label (or 1.75 × 2.25 inches on wide-belly molds). Stay ⅛ inch inside the recessed ridge so the edges stay down when squeezed.
How do I measure a hexagon honey jar for a label?
Measure the width of a single flat glass facet from corner to corner and the straight vertical height between the top shoulder and bottom heel, then subtract ⅛ inch from both numbers. For a multi-facet wrap, keep the height shorter so it bridges corners cleanly.
Why is a 16 oz honey jar smaller than a 16 fl oz pint jar?
Honey is sold by net weight rather than fluid volume, and honey weighs about 1.5 times as much as water. That means 16 oz (1 lb) of honey by weight fits into a jar holding roughly 11 to 12 fluid ounces. Always measure your physical jar.
Should I pick clear labels or opaque labels for my honey jars?
Clear labels let the golden honey act as your background color. For pale clover or orange blossom honey, print dark brown or black text on clear stock. For dark buckwheat honey, print opaque white ink on clear stock or choose a cream or white label.
Can you make lollipop-style tamper-evident lid labels for honey jars?
Yes. A lollipop label combines a round circle for the top of the lid with a rectangular tail that folds down over the cap rim onto the glass neck, cut as one piece at no extra die cost. Twisting the lid breaks the seal strip.
Should I order my honey labels on rolls or sticker sheets?
Choose roll labels when bottling hundreds of jars after extraction or using a tabletop dispenser or rotary applicator. Choose flat sticker sheets for small seasonal batches, wedding favor hex jars, or grouping several smaller labels on one sheet.
Will honey drips or warm water ruin the label during bottling?
Tell us in the quote notes if you wipe filled jars with a warm damp cloth or pack infused hot honey. We pair your order with a protective matte or gloss finish and appropriate stock.
What is the minimum order and can I split it across floral varieties?
Our standard minimum is 500 labels per order, with smaller trial runs reviewed case by case. Select 2 designs or 3+ designs in Step 2 of the quote form and list your varieties in the notes so we quote the whole set together.
How long do custom honey labels take to print and ship?
Standard production takes 10–14 business days after you approve your digital proof and 3D mockup and complete payment. Rush production in 4–5 business days is available for harvest deadlines, and standard shipping is free to all 50 US states.
Still have a question? Ask a packaging specialist.
Request a Quote →Honey labels terms, explained
- Queenline jar
- A classic flat-sided glass honey jar with ribbed side edges that prevent tipping and frame the front label
- Lollipop tamper seal
- A one-piece die-cut label with a round lid top and an attached strip that folds down onto the jar neck
- Belly panel
- The recessed flat window on the front of a plastic honey bear where the label sits
- Hex facet
- One of the six flat vertical glass panels on a hexagonal honey jar
- Net weight vs fluid oz
- Honey is sold by weight (1 lb = 16 oz net wt), which occupies about 11–12 fluid ounces of jar volume
- Kiss cut
- Cut through the label face and adhesive but not the backing paper, so labels peel cleanly off rolls or sheets
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Get your honey labels price
One dedicated account manager prepares pricing across up to 3 quantities.
- Free design & AI-to-print studio + 3D mockup
- No die or plate charges · 4–5 day rush available
- Free shipping to all 50 states
- 10% off your first order
- Reprint or refund if we get it wrong
Every CubitPack offer on this page comes from our confirmed product specs (500-label minimum, 10–14 business day turnaround, formats, shapes and finishes) and was reviewed by a packaging specialist. Container starting sizes reflect standard queenline, hex and squeeze-bear molds, and every order is verified on a digital proof and 3D mockup before payment. Spot something wrong? Tell us and we will fix it. Tell us if something looks wrong.
Sources
- CubitPack minimum (500 labels), 10–14 business day turnaround (rush 4–5), formats, shapes, finishes, free US shipping and Pantone guarantee
- General food label layout principles for net weight and origin panels
- Typical starting dimensions for 8 oz and 16 oz queenline jars, hex facets and 12 oz squeeze bears
What changed
- October 22, 2026: First published.
- October 22, 2026: Updated specifications, terminology, and verified source links.